Munna Best Moveset
Near-floor 24 Speed means every Psychic move recharges at agonizing pace. 67 Sp. Atk fires mild damage when moves finally come off cooldown. The moveset exists for Musharna's 107 Sp. Atk and 116 HP, though the Speed barely improves at 29.
Munna saw minimal competitive use in Gen V (Black & White / B2W2). This was Munna's competitive peak. Its most popular set ran Synchronize with Focus Sash, favoring a Modest nature.
Best Moves
Best Build
Munna best EVs are Speed and Sp. Atk
Special Attacker Moveset
- Trick Room
- Heal Bell
- Zen Headbutt
- Energy Ball
Recommended Teammates
Munna saw minimal competitive use in Gen VI (X & Y / ORAS). Munna maintained its position from the previous generation. Its most popular set ran Synchronize with Quickclaw, favoring a Lonely nature.
Pivot Moveset
- Baton Pass
- Trick Room
- Return
- Calm Mind
Recommended Teammates
Munna saw minimal competitive use in Gen VII (Sun & Moon / USUM). Munna maintained its position from the previous generation. Its most popular set ran Forewarn with Eviolite, favoring a Bold nature.
Wall Moveset
- Trick Room
- Healing Wish
- Magic Coat
- Psywave
Recommended Teammates
Munna was a niche pick at best in Gen VIII (Sword & Shield / BDSP), rarely seen in standard play. This was a decline from E-Tier in the previous generation. Its most popular set ran Forewarn with Focus Sash, favoring a Hardy nature.
Utility Moveset
- Healing Wish
Recommended Teammates
Munna Weakness
Bug, Ghost, and Dark moves hit Munna for super-effective damage. Standard number of weaknesses for the Psychic typing.
| Damage | Types |
|---|---|
| 2x (Weak) | Bug, Ghost, Dark |
| 0.5x (Resist) | Fighting, Psychic |
What is Munna Weak Against
VulnerableBest Pokemon Against Munna
Chandelure threatens a KO with Shadow Ball (157-185%). Weavile's Knock Off also KOs at 129-152%.
 Volcarona BugFire | B | |
Recommended Build AbilityFlame Body ItemHeavy-Duty Boots NatureModest Moves View Volcarona builds →
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 Chandelure GhostFire | B | |
Recommended Build AbilityFlashfire ItemChoice Scarf NatureTimid Moves
Damage vs Munna View Chandelure builds →Shadow Ball 2x157-185%KO Energy Ball59-69% Flamethrower88-104%KO | ||
 Weavile DarkIce | B | |
Recommended Build AbilityPressure ItemHeavy-Duty Boots NatureJolly Moves
Damage vs Munna View Weavile builds →Knock Off 2x129-152%KO Ice Shard40-47% | ||
Evolution
Munna doesn't evolve by leveling. You'll need an evolution item to push it forward to Musharna. The evolved forms gain up to 195 total stats over Munna. View every chain in the Evolution Chart.
How to Evolve
Breeding
Breed Munna easily with 278 breeding partners from the Ground egg group.
How to Get Munna
Munna isn't available in the wild in Legends: Z-A. Start by transferring Munna from Black & White, Black 2 & White 2, or Sword & Shield. The evolution path from Munna to Munna is covered in the steps below.
How to Obtain Munna in LZA
- Step 1Munna ✓LATER APPEARANCEfrom Black & WhiteNot TradeableAppears in Black & White via Walking · Dreamyard. Forward-only transfer — no path back to this game from a later one.LATER APPEARANCEfrom Black 2 & White 2Not TradeableAppears in Black 2 & White 2 via Walking · Dreamyard. Forward-only transfer — no path back to this game from a later one.LATER APPEARANCENot TradeableAppears in Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire via Walking · Mirage Spots. Forward-only transfer — no path back to this game from a later one.LATER APPEARANCEfrom Sword & ShieldNot TradeableAppears in Sword & Shield via Overworld · East Lake Axewell · Heavy Fog. Forward-only transfer — no path back to this game from a later one.
Step 2Evolve into Musharna
Easy grab on Munna with high spawn rates across 26 locations in early-game routes. The sorted list below shows the full spread so you can pick the most convenient spot.
Where To Catch Munna in SwSh
To get Munna, start by catching Munna through walking encounters at Lv. 7-47. The chain covers 1 catchable stage before reaching the final form.
Step 1Munna ✓East Lake AxewellLv.10-15OverworldRate 60%Heavy FogRolling FieldsLv.7-9GrassSwordRate 40%Heavy FogRolling FieldsLv.7-10GrassShieldRate 40%Heavy FogEast Lake AxewellLv.8-12CaveRate 30%Heavy FogGiant's CapLv.26-28GrassRate 40%Heavy FogStony Wilderness - 2Lv.28-30OverworldRate 35%Heavy FogStony WildernessLv.28-30OverworldRate 30%Heavy FogBridge FieldLv.27-29OverworldRate 25%Heavy FogGiant's CapLv.27-29GrassRate 20%OvercastStony Wilderness - 3Lv.28-30OverworldRate 10%Heavy FogAxew's EyeLv.35-40GrassRate 40%Heavy FogSlumbering Weald - High LevelLv.45-47OverworldRate 30%All WeatherSlumbering WealdLv.45-47GrassRate 25%All WeatherGiant's SeatLv.33-38OverworldRate 2%Heavy Fog
Step 2Evolve into MusharnaBREEDINGAvailableLeave a compatible parent at the Pokemon Day Care to receive a Musharna egg.
Munna can't be caught in Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon. Transfer Munna from Black & White, Black 2 & White 2, or Sword & Shield and evolve through the 2-stage line to get it. The step cards below map the full chain.
How to Obtain Munna in USUM
- Step 1Munna ✓LATER APPEARANCEfrom Black & WhiteNot TradeableAppears in Black & White via Walking · Dreamyard. Forward-only transfer — no path back to this game from a later one.LATER APPEARANCEfrom Black 2 & White 2Not TradeableAppears in Black 2 & White 2 via Walking · Dreamyard. Forward-only transfer — no path back to this game from a later one.LATER APPEARANCENot TradeableAppears in Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire via Walking · Mirage Spots. Forward-only transfer — no path back to this game from a later one.LATER APPEARANCEfrom Sword & ShieldNot TradeableAppears in Sword & Shield via Overworld · East Lake Axewell · Heavy Fog. Forward-only transfer — no path back to this game from a later one.
- Step 2Evolve into Musharna
No wild encounters for Munna in Sun & Moon. Bring Munna over from Black & White, Black 2 & White 2, or Sword & Shield, then level through the stages. Each step in the chain is laid out below.
How to Obtain Munna in SM
- Step 1Munna ✓BREEDINGAvailableLeave Musharna with a compatible partner at the Pokemon Day Care to receive a Munna egg.LATER APPEARANCEfrom Black & WhiteNot TradeableAppears in Black & White via Walking · Dreamyard. Forward-only transfer — no path back to this game from a later one.LATER APPEARANCEfrom Black 2 & White 2Not TradeableAppears in Black 2 & White 2 via Walking · Dreamyard. Forward-only transfer — no path back to this game from a later one.LATER APPEARANCENot TradeableAppears in Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire via Walking · Mirage Spots. Forward-only transfer — no path back to this game from a later one.LATER APPEARANCEfrom Sword & ShieldNot TradeableAppears in Sword & Shield via Overworld · East Lake Axewell · Heavy Fog. Forward-only transfer — no path back to this game from a later one.
- Step 2Evolve into Musharna
Base Stats
HP and Sp. Atk carry most of Munna's stat budget. Speed's the obvious dump stat. Common in the wild and yields 1 HP EV. Follows a fast 800K XP curve.
Late at night, it appears beside people’s pillows. As it feeds on dreams, the patterns on its body give off a faint glow.
Munna Guide
You can run Munna through the first few routes without issues. 292 BST won't carry you far though. Get it to Musharna as fast as you can.
Game Availability
Munna joined the series in Black & White and has been available in 8 titles so far. With 6 generations of appearances, it's established itself despite the later start.
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- Gen 1RB
Red & Blue - Gen 1Y
Yellow - Gen 2GS
Gold & Silver - Gen 2C
Crystal - Gen 3RS
Ruby & Sapphire - Gen 3E
Emerald - Gen 3FRLG
FireRed & LeafGreen - Gen 4DP
Diamond & Pearl - Gen 4Pt
Platinum - Gen 4HGSS
HeartGold & SoulSilver - Gen 5BWDebut
Black & White - Gen 5B2W2
Black 2 & White 2 - Gen 6XY
X & Y - Gen 6ORAS
Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire - Gen 7SM
Sun & Moon - Gen 7USUM
Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon - Gen 7LGPE
Let's Go Pikachu & Eevee - Gen 8SwSh
Sword & Shield - Gen 8BDSP
Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl - Gen 8PLA
Legends: Arceus - Gen 9SV
Scarlet & Violet - Gen 9LZA
Legends: Z-A - Gen 10WW
Winds & Waves